Data Engineer

Build the Data Foundations That Help Improve Lives Lifeways is the UK’s largest provider of supported living services for adults with diverse and complex needs. With more than 11,000 colleagues supporting over 5,000 people nationwide, we are committed to enabling fulfilled, independent lives in the community. As part of our ambitious digital and data transformation, we are investing in a modern, scalable data ecosystem that powers insight, operational excellence, and innovation across the organisation. We are now looking for a skilled and passionate Data Engineer to join our growing Data & AI team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern cloud technologies, help shape our enterprise data platform, and play a central role in Lifeways’ journey toward becoming a truly insight-driven organisation. About the Role Reporting to the Data Engineering Manager, you will design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines and workflows that support analytics, reporting, operational systems, and future AI initiatives. You’ll work closely with BI Analysts, Data Scientists, operational teams, and IT colleagues to ensure data is trusted, accessible, secure, and optimised for business use. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the adoption of Microsoft Fabric, modern lakehouse architecture, and scalable cloud-based engineering practices. What You’ll Be Doing Building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines Developing data integrations across operational, HR, finance, and care systems Working with modern technologies including: Microsoft Fabric Azure Data Factory SQL Python Spark Supporting lakehouse and Medallion architecture Improving data quality, governance, automation, and performance Collaborating with BI, Data Science, and operational teams What We’re Looking For Experience in a Data Engineer or similar role Strong SQL and Python skills Experience with cloud data platforms (Fabric, Azure, Databricks or similar) Knowledge of data modelling, warehousing, and ETL/ELT pipelines Understanding of CI/CD, Git, testing, and modern engineering practices Strong problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills Why Join Lifeways? Be part of a major Data & AI transformation Work with modern cloud technologies Flexible home-based working Career development and certification opportunities Make a real impact within a national social care organisation Join Lifeways and help build the data platform powering better care and smarter decisions. #LI-SV1